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DGL 41V

1980 Ford Escort

Blue Petrol 1993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Jul 2016
Tests7 (7 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

6,012 mi
Last recorded6,012 miles
Recorded on3 Jul 2015
Typical for 1980 Ford Escort52,814 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDGL 41V
MakeFord
ModelEscort
Year1980
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,993cc

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MOT History

7 pass
Pass 3 Jul 2015 6,012 miles
Pass 4 May 2012 5,915 miles
Pass 11 May 2011 5,906 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2010 3,900 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2008 640 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2007 617 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2006 592 miles

How Reliable is the Ford Escort?

Based on 4,961,191 MOT tests across 821,553 vehicles.

63.1%
Pass Rate
4,830
Miles/Year
38
Year Lifespan
821,553
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 465,333
Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded 447,459
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 433,778
Brake pipe excessively corroded 419,450
constant velocity joint gaiter split 203,602
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DGL 41V is a 1980 Ford Escort in Blue with a 1,993cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1980 Ford Escort models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.7% with a typical mileage of 52,814 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Ford Escort fails its MOT is suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded, accounting for 465,333 recorded failures. If you're considering buying DGL 41V, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Ford Escort typically stays on UK roads for around 38 years. At 46 years old, this Ford Escort is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was DGL 41V registered?

DGL 41V is a 1980 Ford Escort, first registered on 1 February 1980.

Is DGL 41V safe to buy?

The MOT history for DGL 41V shows 7 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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